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Grab takes lead in landmark govt deal to slash gig worker costs and guarantee minimum rates

A joint government-industry relief package under Budget 2027 will deliver minimum baseline rates, subsidise vehicle maintenance, and lower insurance costs for e-hailing and p-hailing partners

Malaysia, Singapore deepen labour cooperation with focus on gig worker protection: Ramanan

Human Resources Minister says both countries will share expertise and strengthen workforce policies amid changing employment landscape

Gig workers to receive stronger social protection and training support: Ramanan

Human Resources Ministry rolls out new initiatives focused on skills development, AI exposure, and long-term career opportunities for gig workers

1.6 million gig workers have no safety on our roadways – J. D. Lovrenciear

Malaysia’s 1.6 million gig riders keep the economy moving every day, yet unsafe roads, poor infrastructure and a lack of protection continue to put motorcyclists at risk while policymakers remain silent

Platform providers slow on Socso protection for gig workers

Socso issues reminder as only 2 percent of 1.2 million gig workers registered for social security coverage

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source